Instructional Coach

Regional School District 13; Durham Center (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional School District 13 in Durham Center is seeking an instructional coach to lead high-quality instruction aligned with CCS curriculum standards. The ideal candidate will have a valid CT Teacher Certification, coaching experience, and a proven record in raising student achievement.

Responsibilities include mentoring teachers, designing professional development, and guiding instructional practices. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a commitment to the district's educational values.

Applicants should be prepared to engage in a collaborative environment, fostering growth for both staff and students.

Qualifications

• Evidence of significant student achievement results.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and families.
• Willingness to be an active member of a professional learning community.

Responsibilities

• Coach mentors classroom teachers in differentiated instruction.
• Design professional development as necessary.
• Assist teachers in implementing Common Core State Standards.

Skills

Current and Valid CT Teacher Certification

Experience and skill as a coach or mentor

Strong interpersonal skills

High-level written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of state standards and common core

Education

Minimum five years prior teaching experience

Job description

Reports To: Building Principal

The instructional coach leads high-quality instruction within the context of a CCS aligned curriculum.

Qualifications and key attributes

• Current and Valid CT Teacher Certification
• Experience and skill as a coach or mentor
• Minimum of five years prior teaching experience (strong preference for those with experience in varied positions)
• Understanding of scientifically based research and evidence-based practices for teaching the range of skills and assessing student progress toward achievement of benchmarks
• Evidence of significant student achievement results
• Evidence of using data to inform instruction
• High-level written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and families
• Strong interpersonal skills, an ability to win the respect and trust of fellow teachers
• Knowledge of state standards, common core, and effective pedagogy
• Experience using inquiry and project-based learning
• Belief that all students can learn at a high level
• Commitment to the vision, mission, Core Ethical Values, and goals of RSD13
• Willingness to be an active member of a professional learning community focused on action research within the school and the classroom
• Knowledge of the PLC process

Responsibilities

Professional Development

• Coach mentors classroom teachers in all aspects of differentiated instruction, including use of formal and informal student assessments to create student groups, management of effective whole- and small-group instruction, and individual activities to meet specific student needs
• Provide feedback and suggestions for instructional improvements during coaching
• Support teachers to implement strategies for planning, working with, and monitoring the progress of struggling students, English language learners, special education students, and enrichment
• Design professional development as necessary

Curriculum and Instruction

• Provide teachers with clear and specific information on how to implement a range of effective instructional strategies
• Assist teachers in analyzing instruction and using formative assessments to determine its effectiveness and using that information to further drive instruction
• Assist teachers in the implementation of the Common Core State Standards and the district’s instructional model(s)
• Revise the curriculum including assessments, implementation guides, and the vetting of district approved resources as necessary

Mentoring/Coaching

• Meet regularly with the Principal and others to assess the progress and effectiveness of instructional practices
• Create an atmosphere of trust and collaboration among staff to promote professional growth and accelerate the achievement of all students
• Attend training, conferences, workshops, meetings at the school, district, and/or other level, as applicable
• Help teachers meet the goals for student progress set by the district, Principal, and the faculty as a whole.
• Meet individually and with grade level teams of teachers to review upcoming units, plan lessons, and discuss student progress
• Perform demonstration lessons and co‑teaching as needed
• Collaborate with teachers, as needed, to prepare for conferences, SAT/PPT meetings, report cards

Data Management

• Organize and analyze school-wide assessments and data
• Prepare and analyze data to maximize efficiency of PLC meetings
• Review benchmarking and formative data on all students
• Coach teachers in the identification of salient patterns in the data
• Identify students at risk and the nature of their needs
• Identify students in need of challenge and enrichment and support the planning for their needs
• Participate, guide, or facilitate weekly grade level PLC meetings

Regional School District 13 does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, or ancestry with respect to employment practices or in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding these non‑discrimination policies and practices: Jennifer Keane, Director of Student Services and Special Education, 135A Pickett Lane, Durham, CT 06422. Phone: 860‑349‑7208.